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Distance from Glasgow to Moscow

Straight line

2,585 km
1,606 mi · 1,396 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 3 h 44 min

Direction

ENE 73°
initial bearing

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How far is Glasgow from Moscow?

Glasgow (United Kingdom) and Moscow (Russia) are very far apart: 2,585 km in a straight line, that is 1,606 miles or 1,396 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Glasgow, Moscow lies to the east (initial bearing 73°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into Russia. The halfway point is at 57.6039°, 16.7108°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 44 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Glasgow from Moscow?

The straight-line distance between Glasgow and Moscow is 2,585 km (1,606 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Moscow from Glasgow?

Moscow is to the east of Glasgow, at an initial bearing of 73°.

How long is the flight from Glasgow to Moscow?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 44 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.